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Panthers' Reinprecht Signs With German Club

Analysis:Steve Reinprecht spent the 2011-12 season in the AHL after tallying only ten points in 29 games during the 2010-11 campaign. If he does return to the NHL after the lockout, it will most likely be as a marginal player.

Reinprecht Traded To Canucks In Four-Player Swap

News:Steve Reinprecht was part of a four-player trade between the Panthers and Canucks on Saturday, the Panthers' official site reports.

Analysis:Steve Reinprecht, David Booth, and a 2013 third-round pick were traded to the Canucks in exchange for Mikael Samuelsson and Marco Sturm. Reinprecht will still be in the minors with the Canucks, so his value remains limited at this time.

Reinprecht Scores Lone Florida Goal

News: Reinprecht had Florida's only goal in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to the visiting Bruins.

Analysis: Reinprecht's goal was his fourth of the season and he is well on his way to his typical 40-point season. If that sort of production warrants ownership in your league, go get him as he appears to have overcome his recent groin injury.

Panthers' Reinprecht Will Play Wednesday

News: Reinprecht (groin) will return to the lineup Wednesday against Boston, Steve Goldstein of the Panthers' TV Network reports.

Analysis: He's a fringe contributor in deeper leagues with five points in 14 games this season, but Reinprecht is available for duty if you need him and could make a run at the 40-point mark again this season if he's able to heat up for a prolonged stretch or two.

Panthers' Reinprecht Notches Goal

News: Reinprecht scored on the power play late in the second period of a 4-1 Panthers victory Wednesday.

Analysis: Reinprecht notched his third goal of the season to stake the Panthers to a 2-0 lead. Most important, however, was that the goal came on the man advantage; through the first 12 games of the season, the Panthers have managed just three goals in 37 power-play opportunities. Reinprecht's rebound goal snapped an 0-for-11 extra man skid.

Panthers' Reinprecht Tallies Score

News: Reinprecht saw his first minutes on the ice this season Saturday night and added a goal in the Panthers' 6-0 victory over Tampa Bay.

Analysis: Coach Pete DeBoer had scratched Reinprecht through the team's first games this season, but his first-period goal came just 48 seconds after David Booth made it 2-0. At this point, Reinprecht still offers minimal fantasy value.

Panthers' Reinprecht Misses Two in a Row

News: Reinprecht sat again Monday night as the Panthers fell to the Canucks 2-1 in Vancouver, the Sun-Sentinel reports.

Analysis: The Panthers have only scored three goals through their first two games of the season and that simply won't get it done if the team hopes to contend for a playoff spot this year. Coach Pete DeBoer tinkered with his lines during Monday's game and it wouldn't be surprising to see Reinprecht get an opportunity Thursday at Calgary.

Panthers Likely to Scratch Reinprecht

News: Reinprecht is likely to be one of the Panthers' healthy scratches for Sunday's opener against Edmonton, the Sun-Sentinel reports.

Analysis: This move is fairly surprising, given that Reinprecht played in all 82 games last season. Reinprecht, who recorded 16 goals in 2009-10, entered the preseason as the second line center, but saw his stock drop to the fourth line with the emergence of Mike Santorelli. While there's still a chance Reinprecht could play Sunday, look elsewhere for productivity at center.

Panthers' Reinprecht to Move to Third Line

News: Reinprecht will skate at left wing on the third line, the Sun-Sentinel reports.

Analysis: Coach Pete DeBoer tinkered with his lineup this week in order to make room for Mike Santorelli, who will skate at center on the second line. Neither DeBoer nor Reinprecht view the move as a demotion for the natural center. "We want interchangeable parts and guys are going to play with different guys," DeBoer said of the move. "The key here is the desperation to play. Any way we can create offense we're going to do it."

Steve Reinprecht:: Bound For Second-Line Duty in Panthers' Camp

News: Reinprecht is likely to center the second line in training camp with Chris Higgins and Radek Dvorak as his wing men, the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: Reinprecht is a streaky producer, so it's important for the veteran to gel with his linemates early on. After playing in every game last year for the first time in his 10-year career, Reinprecht will again be counted on to help lead a rebuilding Florida team.

Reinprecht ends long goal slump

News: Panthers C Steve Reinprecht scored for the first time in 21 games Wednesday when he deflected in a shot with his leg during Wednesday's win over the Flyers.

Analysis: Reinprecht got off to a great start this season with 29 points in his first 41 games, but it's been all downhill since then, as he's managed just five points in his last 22 contests. He will likely continue to have low-end appeal through the end of this season.

Reinprecht's drought at 13 games

News:The Sports Xchange reports Panthers C Steve Reinprecht has zero points in 13 consecutive games. He is also minus-6 in that span.

Analysis: Reinprecht lasted recorded a point on Jan. 16 against Tampa Bay. He lasted scored on Jan. 3 against Pittsburgh. We told Fantasy owners not to get excited about Reinprecht after he bust out of the gate with eight goals in October. His play has definitely leveled off, but the points haven't been there in the last month because Florida has struggled as a team offensively. His strengths are passing the puck and in the faceoff circle. Reinprecht has low-end Fantasy appeal.

Reinprecht without goal in 13 games

News:The Sports Xchange reports Panthers C Steve Reinprecht has 13 goals this season but none in the last 13 games. He has no points in his last seven games.

Analysis: Reinprecht stormed out of the gate in his first season with the Panthers as he totaled eight goals and 11 points in 12 October games. Fantasy owners flocked to waivers to add Reinprecht, hoping he would be the next breakout Fantasy star. Alas, it has not lasted. Reinprecht has scored five times since November and only once in January, when he had a season-low four points. The Panthers are still glad to have Reinprecht, but his strengths are passing the puck and in the faceoff circle. He has low-end Fantasy appeal.

Reinprecht back in action Tuesday

News: Florida C Steve Reinprecht returned to the ice on Tuesday against Montreal after missing time with a lower body injury. He saw 16:29 on the ice and did not record any points or PIM.

Analysis: Reinprecht has 33 points this season, but no goals and three assists in his last 11 contests. He will likely be relied upon a little more with Nathan Horton out, so could be in for a slight boost in Fantasy value. Only use him in deeper leagues for the time being, however.

Reinprecht should play Tuesday

Analysis: Reinprecht has 33 points this season, but no goals and three assists in his last 10 contests. He will likely be relied upon a little more with Nathan Horton out, so could be in for a slight boost in Fantasy value. Only use him in deeper leagues for the time being, however.

Reinprecht injured by own teammate

News:The Sports Xchange reports Nathan Horton was the third Florida player to be injured by his own teammate this season after a slap shot from Dennis Seidenberg on Thursday fractured his leg. On Saturday, center Steve Reinprecht might have become the fourth. Reinprecht took a shot off the skate and left the game without returning. Who shot the puck? Seidenberg. In November, goalie Tomas Vokoun suffered a lacerated ear when struck by Keith Ballard. Later, winger Gregory Campbell suffered a concussion when he and defenseman Bryan Allen collided at full speed near center ice. "It's a little odd," said Stephen Weiss. "That's hockey. Things happen so quickly. If you block a shot from your team or the other team, that can happen."

Analysis: Reinprecht hasn't scored in 10 games and has no points in four contests. It seems January will be the first month he doesn't reach at least nine points. Reinprecht's scoring has also slowed down dramatically after netting eight goals in October. He has five goals since. Reinprecht is merely a low-end Fantasy flier when healthy.

Reinprecht scores in second straight

News: Panthers C Steve Reinprecht scored in a second straight game Sunday as Florida defeated the Penguins.

Analysis: Reinprecht is quietly having a very nice first season in Florida with 30 points and a team-best plus-11. He is likely to set career marks this season, but remains more of a low-end Fantasy option for now.

Reinprecht has trio of assists

News: Panthers C Steve Reinprecht totaled three assists and finished at plus-1 on Wednesday against the Avalanche. He has six assists in his last four games.

Analysis: Reinprecht finished November with nine points in 14 games, but he scored only twice after lighting the lamp eight times in October. We had a hunch Reinprecht wouldn't be able to maintain the same offensive pace. He is still having a good run with the Panthers, but Reinprecht is definitely a low-end Fantasy start. He should finish with more assists than goals.

Reinprecht cools down after hot start

News: Panthers C Steve Reinprecht tallied an assist and finished at even during Monday's game against the Thrashers. He has one goal and three assists in his last six games.

Analysis: Reinprecht finished November with nine points in 14 games, but he scored only twice after lighting the lamp eight times in October. We had a hunch Reinprecht wouldn't be able to maintain the same offensive pace. He is still having a good run with the Panthers, but Reinprecht is definitely a low-end Fantasy start.

Reinprecht continues scoring outburst

News: Panthers C Steve Reinprecht scored a goal, tallied an assist and finished at plus-1 during Wednesday's game against the Hurricanes. Reinprecht broke a scoreless tie at 5:09 of the third period. Reinprecht scored his ninth goal of the season when Cory Stillman's wrist shot bounced off his leg and through Cam Ward's pads. Reinprecht has nine goals in his last eight games.

Analysis: We have never really seen this type of scoring outburst from Reinprecht, who has hit 20 goals just once in his first eight full seasons. He really seems at home with Florida and could be in for a career season. However, we also wouldn't be surprised if his play starts to level out. Reinprecht continues to gain Fantasy value with each goal.

Reinprecht has natural hat trick

News: The Florida Panthers nearly wasted Steven Reinprecht natural hat trick before Rostislav Olesz came to the rescue. Reinprecht scored three times in a 5:11 span of the first period, and Olesz converted in the second round of the shootout to give the Panthers a 6-5 victory over the Dallas Stars on Friday. Reinprecht got the scoring started on a rebound at 10:38 of the first period, and fired another rebound past Alex Auld at 15:20. Reinprecht completed his fifth career hat trick 29 seconds later when he swept a loose puck by Auld. Reinprecht admitted his big night was simply a case of being in the right place at the right time. "I don't think that will happen again," Reinprecht said. "I kept going to the net and the puck kept popping out to me. They were tough to miss."

Analysis: Reinprecht can call it luck all he wants, but he has eight goals in his last six games to take the team lead in scoring. Florida was excited to land Reinprecht in the offseason for his veteran presence in the faceoff circle, but the offense has definitely been a welcomed addition. Reinprecht has never had more than 52 points in a season and likely won't maintain this rapid scoring pace. Consider him a low-end Fantasy forward until further notice.

Reinprecht posts two goals Friday

News: Steven Reinprecht scored twice in the first period for Florida during Friday's game against the Penguins. Reinprecht scored twice in a 2:37 span. Florida entered the game with only one power-play goal in three road games this season, but scored one on its second opportunity 12:39 into the fist period when Reinprecht flipped a wrist shot past Pittsburgh backup goalie Brent Johnson. Reinprecht then scored for the fourth time in his past three games by tapping in a loose puck into a wide open net when Johnson couldn't handle a shot from Nathan Horton.

Analysis: Reinprecht is pretty much providing Florida with everything they had hoped for when they traded for the veteran center in the offseason. He has been solid in the faceoff circle and is once again looking like a 20-goal, 50-point threat. Reinprecht likely won't score this frequently the rest of the season, so view him as a low-end Fantasy forward.

Reinprecht signs with FLA after trade

News: Center Steve Reinprecht has signed a three-year contract with the Panthers after the Coyotes traded his rights to Florida for left wing Stefan Meyer. Florida Panthers assistant general manager Randy Sexton announced the deal with the unrestricted free agent on Friday. Terms were not disclosed. Phoenix is in bankruptcy proceedings and did not plan to re-sign Reinprecht.

Analysis: The 33-year-old Reinprecht scored 14 goals with 27 assists in 73 games with the Coyotes last season. He has 120 goals and 214 assists in 552 NHL games with Los Angeles, Colorado, Calgary and Phoenix. Reinprecht has never been a flashy offensive player, but he has reached 50-plus points twice in his career and 40-plus points five times. He will provide a nice presence in the faceoff circle for Florida and can even contribute at times on the penalty kill. Still, Reinprecht is a very low-end Fantasy flier Draft Day because he is more important to his real team than Fantasy owners.

Reinprecht has second March goal

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht scored a goal during Thursday's 5-2 loss to the Devils. Reinprecht tallied with 2:08 to go, but by then it was too little, too late. It was his 12th goal and second in five games.

Analysis: Reinprecht had a pretty productive December and January, posting six goals and 12 assists in 27 games. He then went ice cold in February with just one goal and two assists in 10 games. He also had a minus-5 rating. Reinprecht is off to a nice start with three points in five March games, but the veteran center still has low-end Fantasy appeal.

Reinprecht tips in game winner

News:Steve Reinprecht broke a second-period tie during the Coyotes' 2-1 win against the Bruins Thursday. Reinprecht gave the Coyotes the lead with 12:08 left in the second when he tipped a pass from Nigel Dawes past Tim Thomas. It was his 11th goal of the season and first in eight games.

Analysis: Reinprecht had a pretty productive December and January, posting six goals and 12 assists in 27 games. He then went ice cold in February with just one goal and two assists in 10 games. He also had a minus-5 rating. Reinprecht is off to a nice start with a goal in his first March game, but the veteran center still has low-end Fantasy appeal.

Reinprecht nets 10th goal

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht scored a goal during Thursday's 4-3 loss to the Canucks. Reinprecht picked up his 10th of the season, and first with the man advantage, with four minutes left in the opening period. He has one goal and three assists in his last six games.

Analysis: Reinprecht banged up his shoulder in late January and was expected to miss several weeks. But the ailment was miss diagnosed and Reinprecht dodged any serious injury. He scored for the first time since the injury and is one point shy of 30 for the third straight season. Still, he is only worth a look as a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy.

Reinprecht gives it a go Saturday

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht was able to play against the Hurricanes on Saturday despite a shoulder injury that was initially believed to be a fractured collarbone. It wasn't that and he only missed about a week with the injury.

Analysis: Reinprecht had been playing better with the team before getting hurt but he is basically on the team to provide veteran leadership, not light the lamp. He is only a low-end option best reserved for the deepest of leagues.

Reinprecht misses Wednesday's game

News: Phoenix X Steve Reinprecht did not play in Wednesday's game against the Red Wings with a shoulder injury. He remains questionable for Saturday's game against the Hurricanes.

Analysis: Reinprecht's injury diagnosis was wrong initially and his new diagnosis is much more favorable for him and his Fantasy owners. He has been playing well over the last two months with 18 points (six goals) in 27 games. Reinprecht has provided veteran leadership to a young Coyotes' roster. Still, he is only worth a look as a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy.

Reinprecht's initial diagnosis inaccurate

News:The Arizona Republic reports that the initial diagnosis on Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht's shoulder is wrong. The initial reports of Reinprecht missing up to eight weeks with a fractured collarbone were inaccurate. Later tests have revealed a sprain, similar to an injury he suffered in 2005-06. "It was a little disbelief when they said fractured collarbone, and I really had my doubts . . . because the pain I felt on the previous one, it almost felt like I was on my deathbed," Reinprecht said. "This one, it hurt, but nothing in comparison."

Analysis: The new timetable for Reinprecht's return is a much better one for the Coyotes and Fantasy owners. He could be back as soon as Saturday against the Hurricanes as Phoenix comes off a two-game road trip, but coach Wayne Gretzky said there was an outside chance he could play Wednesday in Detroit. "This is a nice surprise, and we miss his presence and his skill," Gretzky said. "We're not going to rush him." Reinprecht has nine goals, 28 assists and a plus-9 rating in 48 games. He has been playing well over the last two months with 18 points (six goals) in 27 games. Reinprecht has provided veteran leadership to a young Coyotes' roster. Still, he is only worth a look as a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy.

Reinprecht injures shoulder in loss

News:The Sports Xchange reports that Coyotes C Steven Reinprecht logged only 50 seconds of ice time Thursday before leaving after his second shift of the game with a shoulder injury. He would be the fifth Coyote to join the injury list in the last three weeks, and could miss anywhere from 2-to-6 weeks.

Analysis: Reinprecht was right on pace to match his 46 points from last season before getting hurt. He remains just a low-end flier forward in deeper formats when healthy.

Reinprecht continues fine start to Dec.

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht continued his fine start to the month of December when he picked up his seventh goal of the season Saturday in a loss to the Red Wings.

Analysis: Reinprecht has eight points already this month, but you have to think his production will slow down now now Olli Jokinen is back from injury. Reinprecht remains more of a low-end Fantasy option than anything.

Reinprecht playing well in December

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht scored his sixth goal of the season Wednesday in a win over the Stars and now has five points in five December games.

Analysis: Reinprecht was one of Phoenix's top offensive weapons early in the season before cooling off in November. He is an unheralded offensive center, but since he is not an elite scorer, Reinprecht remains more of a low-end Fantasy option.

Reinprecht snaps slump with two goals

News:Martin Hanzal had his first three-goal game in the NHL, and Steve Reinprecht added a pair of third-period goals in the Phoenix Coyotes' 6-3 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday. Reinprecht broke a 3-3 tie with 14:39 remaining. Derek Morris' blast from the top of the right faceoff circle deflected off Reinprecht's legs and past Vesa Toskala. Reinprecht made it 5-3 with 5:38 to go, beating Toskala on a rebound from the inside hashes of the left faceoff circle. "It was pretty basic," Reinprecht said. "One just hit me, the other one was a rebound and I was in the slot."

Analysis: Reinprecht had his first goal and point in nine games Thursday. He was one of Phoenix's top offensive weapons early in the season before cooling off in November. He is an unheralded offensive center, but since he is not an elite scorer, Reinprecht remains more of a low-end Fantasy option.

Reinprecht puts in third goal

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht scored a goal and finished at even in 15:13 of ice time Saturday against the Stars. The Coyotes evened matters at 1 when Reinprecht scored at 2:32 of the second period. Reinprecht used Kyle Turris, just outside the crease, as a decoy and then slid the puck behind Marty Turco for his third of the season. It was his third goal of the season and second in three games.

Analysis: With all the talent up the middle Phoenix has, everyone figured Reinprecht might get lost in the shuffle in 2008-09. That hasn't been the case. He has 10 points in 14 games and is doing much better than some of Phoenix's younger talent. Reinprecht is a decent low-end option in larger leagues.

Reinprecht opens scoring in win

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht scored a goal and finished at plus-2 in 16:18 of ice time Wednesday against the Blue Jackets. Reinprecht opened the scoring in a 5-2 win with a tip-in at 16:34. It was his second goal in five games.

Analysis: Reinprecht has been a healthy scratch a few times this season because Phoenix has so many talented centers, but he has produced eight points in 12 games. He will likely remain in the lineup as long as he is productive, but continue to treat Reinprecht as a low-end Fantasy forward.

Reinprecht tallies two helpers

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht tallied two assists and a plus-2 rating during Thursday's game against the Penguins. It was his second two-assist game of the season and now has six assists in six games.

Analysis: Reinprecht has been a healthy scratch a few times this season, but he might see a little more PT since he is averaging an assist per game. Still, Reinprecht is more of a lower-line forward and low-end Fantasy option.

Reinprecht putting assists on board

News:The Sports Xchange reports C Steve Reinprecht, despite playing on the fourth line, has assisted on three of Phoenix's first five goals this season. He had two assists and a plus-3 rating during Sunday's 4-2 win against the Ducks.

Analysis: The Coyotes are very solid up the middle and it is expected that Reinprecht will man the lower lines. As long as he remains productive, he can be used in Fantasy, but we only expect limited upside from him. Consider Reinprecht a low-end Fantasy forward.

Reinprecht has three assists

News:Steve Reinprecht assisted on three of the Coyotes' five goals in Thursday's 5-2 win in Dallas. Reinprecht is more of a reliable assist man than he is a goal scoring player. He has just one goal in the last 16 games.

Analysis: Reinprecht is up to 25 assists for the season which is one short of doubling his 13 goals scored. He is playing pretty well for the moment, but is still too inconsistent to be trusted outside of larger Fantasy leagues.

Reinprecht on six-game points streak

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht tallied an assist and finished at plus-1 during Monday's game against the Avalanche. He extended his points streak to six games. He has one goal and six assists in that span.

Analysis: Reinprecht is currently centering the Coyotes' top line. He is flanked by Radim Vrbata and Mathias Tjarnqvist. He has four goals and eight assists in his last 14 games. He is playing well for the moment, but is still too inconsistent to be trusted outside of larger Fantasy leagues.

Reinprecht gets back to playing

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht missed just one game with neck spasms and was back in the lineup Saturday when he played 17 minutes in 2-1 shootout loss to Chicago.

Analysis: Reinprecht has produced just 12 points in his last 23 games after opening with 15 points in 23 contests. He is not an overwhelming offensive weapon when healthy and remains just a low-end Fantasy option.

Reinprecht out with neck spasms

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht did not play Thursday against Columbus after suffering neck spasms in Tuesday's game against the Sharks.

Analysis: Reinprecht has produced just 12 points in his last 22 games after opening with 15 points in 23 contests. He is not an overwhelming offensive weapon when healthy and remains just a low-end Fantasy option.

Reinprecht leaves with neck spasms

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht left Tuesday's game against the Sharks in the second period with neck spasms. He did not record a point in 18:17 of ice time and doesn't have a tally in four of his last five games.

Analysis: Reinprecht has produced just 12 points in his last 22 games after opening with 15 points in 23 contests. He is not an overwhelming offensive weapon when healthy and remains just a low-end Fantasy option.

Reinprecht makes most of line switch

News: Coyotes C Steve Reinprecht didn't fight the switch. If Phoenix coach Wayne Gretzky wanted to move him off the Shane Doan line, Reinprecht wasn't going to complain. Reinprecht has quickly gotten used to his new linemates, scoring three goals in the Coyotes' 5-2 win over the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday. It was Reinprecht's first hat trick since April 1, 2006, at San Jose. He now has four goals in two games against the Avalanche, a team he helped win a Stanley Cup in 2001. Reinprecht also had an assist in the game.

Analysis: Reinprecht had only five points in his last 12 games coming into Wednesday night's contest with Colorado, so we'll have to see if Gretzky's move turns out to be a nice long-term solution or not. Reinprecht will still play with Doan on the power play, but he remains a low-end reserve option for now.

Reinprecht delivers goal Saturday

News: Maple Leafs G Vesa Toskala allowed a goal on the first shot he faced Saturday against the Coyotes, with Steven Reinprecht firing a wrist shot under the crossbar and over the goalie's glove hand at 8:42 of the first period. It was Reinprecht's sixth goal this season and first in six games.

Analysis: Five of Reinprecht's goals have come in November. He is seeing a decent amount of time on the ice, but is still nothing more than a low-end Fantasy flier.

Reinprecht sneaks one by Nabokov

News: C Steve Reinprecht gave the Coyotes a 1-0 lead Saturday against the Sharks midway through the first period. Shane Doan picked off a bad pass and sent it to Peter Mueller, who skated down the ice before passing off to Reinprecht, who squeezed the puck just inside the post on Evgeni Nabokov's stick side. It was his fourth goal in his last three games. He has at least one goal in each game. He also has four assists in his last four games.

Analysis: A broken collarbone robbed Reinprecht of nearly two months worth of games last season or else he would have posted 50 points for the second straight season. He already has 13 points in 15 games this season manning the middle on the second line. Consider him a viable No. 3 Fantasy center at this time.

Reinprecht helps out in opener

News: Daniel Carcillo, Shane Doan, Steven Reinprecht and Radim Vrbata each had an assist and plus-1 rating in Thursday's regular season opener against the Blues.

Analysis: Doan and Reinprecht are must-starts in most Fantasy formats, while Carcillo and Vrbata's appeal is limited to deeper formats at this time. The Coyotes will be back on the ice for Saturday's home game against the Bruins.

C Reinprecht tips one in

News: Steve Reinprecht, Shane Doan and Mike Zigomanis each scored goals and posted a plus-1 in Tuesday’s game, as the Coyotes picked up the 3-0 victory in snowy Columbus.

Analysis: The game was delayed by 30 minutes, but that did not seem to slow down the red hot Coyotes. Reinprecht tipped a shot from the point in the first period by D Ed Jovanovski for his goal. He has re-emerged as a useful Fantasy option in most leagues.

Reinprecht helps out vs. Stars

News: D Keith Ballard, C Yanic Perreault, C Steve Reinprecht, C Jeremy Roenick and LW Oleg Saprykin posted assists in Tuesday's game at Dallas and all but Ballard had a plus-1 rating in the win.

Analysis: Reinprecht has three straight games an assist, as he looked like he has re-gained the form he was displaying before breaking his collarbone. He is worth grabbing in all Fantasy leagues as a No. 3 or 4 center.

Reinprecht back on the ice

News: Steve Reinprecht (collarbone) picked up an assist with a minus-1 rating in Sunday's game at Chicago. He has picked up an assist in each of his past two games.

Analysis: Reinprecht was on a roll before getting injured and might be a nice No. 2 or 3 Fantasy center in most leagues if available. Get in on the bottom floor if you need help at center before he starts picking up points in bunches again.

C Reinprecht to skate w/team

News: The Arizona Republic reports Steve Reinprecht (collarbone) is expected to start skating with the first team this week for the first time since suffering his injury.

Analysis: Reinprecht has been skating on his own for a couple of weeks and he continues to get closer to a return. He was originally scheduled to be sidelined until mid-January and appears right on schedule. It might be a good idea to stash him away on reserve in all Fantasy leagues if you need some scoring at center.

Reinprecht skates on Monday

News: The Arizona Republic reports Steve Reinprecht was able to skate on Monday for the first time since suffering a collarbone injury.

Analysis: Reinprecht is still a ways off from returning, as he is targeting a mid-January return at this point. Keep him reserved in all Fantasy leagues, but remember his name and consider stashing him away around the new year.

Reinprecht has broken collarbone

News: The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports Steve Reinprecht has a broken collarbone and will be sidelined at least eight weeks. He was injured in Saturday's game in Nashville.

Analysis: Reinprecht open with a goal and four assists in the opener against the Islanders before going scoreless in four straight games. Drop him in larger weekly Fantasy leagues and try and pick him back up around mid-December when he should be nearing a return after rehab.

Reinprecht opens with five

News: Steve Reinprecht scored a goal and added four assists and a plus-2 rating in just 13:59 of ice time in Thursday's regular season opener against the Islanders.

Analysis: Reinprecht will be one of the most sought after players from the waiver wire in all Fantasy leagues after this breakout performance. He is a steady contributor and worth the roster spot as a No. 3 center in most formats.

Reinprecht struggling with Coyotes

News: Steve Reinprecht has managed just one goal, no assists and a minus-6 rating in five games with the Coyotes since coming over in a trade from Calgary at the beginning of the month.

Analysis: Reinprecht has had two weeks to get situated into his new home and get a feel for teammates which are not overseas at the Olympics. Unfortunately, he has also walked into the gambling ring distraction and coach Wayne Gretzky is overseas with Team Canada. It might be a while until Reinprecht gets on track, so keep that in mind when setting your lineup for March 2 against the Stars.

Reinprecht dealt to Coyotes

News: Steve Reinprecht was traded to the Phoenix Coyotes on Wednesday along with Philippe Sauve for Mike Leclerc and Brian Boucher.

Analysis: Reinprecht's Fantasy value will be determined once the Coyotes figure out what scoring line they want to use him. Watch this carefully, as he could either be a must-start or have minimal Fantasy appeal.

Reinprecht coming around again?

News: Steve Reinprecht picked up a goal with three shots in 11:24 of ice time in Sunday's game at Chicago, his second time lighting the lamp in three games.

Analysis: Reinprecht had gone without a goal in 10 straight games before his recent scoring success. With games in the upcoming scoring period at St. Louis and against Columbus, he appears to be a decent start in most larger Fantasy leagues.

Reinprecht coming around again?

News: Steve Reinprecht picked up an assist and plus-1 rating in 16:55 of ice time in Tuesday's game at N.Y. Rangers.

Analysis: Reinprecht has picked up 10 points (4 G, 6 A) over the past 11 games after producting just two assists in a 13-game span from Nov. 13 to Dec. 17. He is only worth re-acquiring in larger Fantasy leagues if you need help at center.

Reinprecht not getting it done

News: Steve Reinprecht has failed to score a goal in each of the past 10 games, notching just two assists during the cold stretch.

Analysis: Reinprecht initially enjoyed success skating on the team's top scoring line with Jarome Iginla and Chuck Kobasew, but he has fallen off significantly and since been replaced by Daymond Langkow.

Reinprecht posts two points

News: Steve Reinprecht scored a goal and added an assist in Thursday's game at Phoenix. He also had a plus-1 rating with five shots on goal in 19:42 of ice time.

Analysis: Reinprecht has picked up five points (1 G, 4 A) over the past two games while playing on the team's top scoring line. As long as he can keep up his consistent play, he is a decent Fantasy option.

Reinprecht walks fine Saturday

Reinprecht has a broken leg

News: Steve Reinprecht will be sidelined at least one month with a fractured tibula in his left ankle. He initially suffered the injury on Nov. 22, finished that game but was diagnosed with the fracture on Monday.

Analysis: Reinprecht isn't worth keeping on a Fantasy roster while he heals.

Reinprecht to return Tuesday

News: Steve Reinprecht (shoulder) pronounced himself "99.9 percent" for Tuesday's game in Minnesota, according to the Calgary Sun. "It's a very good possibility," he said, "unless something happens that sets me back but I don't see anything like that happening."

Analysis: Reinprecht is still not an elite Fantasy player, so it's best to keep him reserved this week to allow him to get back to full speed.

Reinprecht doubtful for opener

News: Steve Reinprecht is doubtful for Thursday's season opener in Vancouver due to a shoulder injury, according to the Calgary Sun. "It's improving," he said. "Most likely (I'll miss the opener) but I hate ruling things out."

Analysis: Keep Reinprecht reserved for the season's first week to be safe.

Reinprecht suffers shoulder injury

News: Steve Reinprecht, who was making his preseason debut, left Thursday's game in the first period with another shoulder injury, according to the Edmonton Journal. "It's disappointing," said Oilers coach Darryl Sutter. "Especially when you wait four months to get clearance (to play)."

Analysis: Reinprecht, who is coming off surgery in the offseason, is becoming a huge injury risk. His status is unclear, and he has minimal Fantasy value.

News: Reinprecht was traded to the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday. Buffalo sent Colorado Keith Ballard, the team's first-round pick in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft. Reinprecht was then paired with defenseman Rhett Warrener in a deal to Calgary which netted forwards Chris Drury and Steve Begin. Reinprecht's Fantasy value will decrease significantly moving from the offensive-laden Avalanche to the Flames.

News: Reinprecht (shoulder) skated in contact drills for the first time Tuesday. However, the Rocky Mountain News reports that he won't play Tuesday against Calgary. Reinprecht should be kept reserved.

News: Reinprecht was placed on injured reserve Sunday with a shoulder injury. According to the Denver Post, he is unlikely to play before next week as a result of the injury, which he suffered Thursday against Nashville. Reinprecht is only useful as a Fantasy reserve in a deeper league.

News: The Avalanche will use Reinprecht as the center of their third line of Vaclav Nedorost and Radim Vrbata, according to the Denver Post. Reinprecht is an intriguing Fantasy sleeper this season, but allow these three to develop some chemistry and prove themselves in a few games before you consider starting them.

News: Reinprecht will likely center a line of Vaclav Nedorost and Shjon Podein to open the regular season, according to the Rocky Mountain News. While we think Reinprecht could be a decent Fantasy player in deeper leagues, none of the three is worth starting based on this line assignment.

News: Reinprecht was acquired by Colorado along with Rob Blake from the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday. The 24-year-old center is a good long-term prospect, but he's joining a team with plenty of depth at that position. Believe it or not, Reinprecht may actually lose Fantasy value with the move to Colorado.